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Heated discussion erupts at MARTA meeting over dueling audits

The transit agency hired its own auditing firm, which found MARTA owes the city far than it says. The primary difference between the two audits is the methodology used.

Georgia judge resigns while under investigation, citing ‘false accusations’

The chief judge of Clinch County’s probate and magistrate courts in Southeast Georgia resigned this week to end a misconduct investigation.

Former WSB radio morning host Scott Slade has blood cancer

Scott Slade, a long-time WSB radio morning host, told the station that he has blood cancer.

Toxic braiding hair study forces Atlanta’s Black community to seek safer options

A recent report about cancerous synthetic hair extensions has sparked a heated conversation around Black beauty and health.

March Madness

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Loss shows just how much Georgia must grow for NCAA Tournament success

The Bulldogs will have to keep building and keep getting better if they want to hang with teams like Gonzaga.

Georgia coach Mike White on Bulldogs’ awful start: ‘Didn’t see that coming’

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An unsteady start brings Georgia’s historic season to a crashing end

Georgia can’t recover from slow start in NCAA Tournament loss to Gonzaga

Bulldogs trailed 13-0, 30-5 in the first half of the 89-68 loss in the Midwest Regional. It was the program's first tournament game since 2015.

Politics

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Georgia has a shortage of school psychologists. Bill may be a ‘game changer’

A better way to hire out-of-state school psychologists and more mental health funding could be on the horizon for Georgia schools.

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$2 billion in tax cuts for Georgians head for governor’s desk

The Georgia Senate approved more than $2 billion worth of tax cuts and refunds.

Veterans Affairs shakes up leadership in Augusta amid concerns

The VA announced a leadership shakeup at its Augusta Health Care System, citing “potential issues and questions regarding organizational health and workplace culture.”

Kemp’s push to limit lawsuits is on cusp of becoming Georgia law

Gov. Brian Kemp's overhaul of Georgia's civil litigation system clears crucial hurdle as it passes state House.

AJC Investigation

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LIVES ON THE LINE

How metro Atlanta’s 911 systems evolved after series of tragedies

A year after an AJC investigation, fewer emergency callers are placed on long holds as metro Atlanta 911 agencies improve staffing problems and technology breakdowns.

Georgia’s 911 systems could soon see a multimillion-dollar overhaul

The bill follows an AJC investigation that examined calls across metro Atlanta and found an alarmingly high number of callers were left waiting for a 911 operator to answer.

ORIGINAL AJC REPORT

911 callers left waiting on hold across metro Atlanta

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Georgia suspends WR Nitro Tuggle, OL Marques Easley indefinitely

Tuggle was arrested Thursday morning on speeding/maximum limit and reckless driving charges. He was released on $26 bond.

HIGH SCHOOL HOOPS

Supporters of fired basketball coaches speak out at Cobb board meeting

Cobb County Schools released a statement earlier this week stating that it was looking into the concerns of the coaches' supporters.

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King subject of new children’s book

The book focuses on King’s childhood dream of becoming a college quarterback.

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Delta jet that crashed and flipped in Toronto descended at high speed, report said

A preliminary report into the Delta Air Lines flight that crashed in Toronto last month has been released.

It’s a chilly start to spring. But more sun, pollen and even snakes to come

Thursday marks spring’s start, a welcome change after winter’s roller coaster of temperatures and storms that dumped snow across metro Atlanta and even South Georgia.

DeKalb father, his girlfriend sentenced for beating 5-year-old daughter to death

Town Center mall’s loan is in default. A new management firm has stepped in

A receiver has been appointed to manage Town Center at Cobb mall in Kennesaw, court records show.

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A visitor’s guide to Atlanta’s March Madness 2025 games

Atlanta is hosting some March Madness South Regional throwdowns this year. Here's everything you need to know so you don't miss a play.

Here for the Big Dance? There's more to do in ATL's Centennial Park District

Here are some fun things to do and great places to eat near State Farm Arena during March Madness 2025.

Where to eat near State Farm Arena

Top Atlanta spots to watch NCAA hoops

March Madness 2025: Top Atlanta spots to watch the games

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Arts and Entertainment

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15 things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta

Check out the Atlanta Fair, Georgia Food & Wine Festival and 13 other events around town.

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REVIEW

Out Front’s ‘Immediate Family’ like a fun ’90s sitcom that digs deeper

Paul Oakley Stovall’s show at Out Front Theatre is a funny, emotionally engaging experience that’s truly worth seeing with a crowd.

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How German electronic band Kraftwerk influenced Atlanta’s Black music scene

The Pioneering synthpop quartet performs at The Eastern on Sunday.

Opinion and Voices

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One year later - True advocacy aligns with patients’ wishes, not just treatments

Everyone and every situation in healthcare is better with an advocate

AJC CONTRIBUTOR

Kamala Harris’ dilemma — governor of California or president

With a likely crowded Democratic field in 2028, Harris' best path forward is California

JAMIE DUPREE

Trump and Musk stir impeachment push in Congress

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are fueling talk of impeaching judges who rule against the administration.

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Sonny Perdue: Albany State search found the most capable, qualified president

Let's support Dr. Robert Scott's initiatives to elevate Albany State.

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Applaud Dickens’ side step on $250M Beltline bar-hopping ride

The proposed 2-mile streetcar extension that I’ve called a boondoggle in the making and an expensive bar-hopping party vehicle gets shelved.

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Ruling ends lawsuit over Georgia election takeovers and ballot photography

A federal judge's ruling leaves intact Georgia voting laws allowing election takeovers, prohibiting ballot photography and banning distribution of food and water.

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Georgia Senate approves measure to modernize state’s decades-old 911 system

The Georgia Senate approved a multimillion-dollar overhaul of the state's decades-old 911 system on Thursday.

Georgia House proposes committee to study state’s rising insurance rates

House Republicans filed a resolution to create a special study committee to review the insurance market.

Metro Atlanta

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Georgia could lose nearly all HIV prevention funds with proposed CDC cuts

Georgia's HIV prevention program is 100% funded by the federal government.

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Georgia has a shortage of school psychologists. Bill may be a ‘game changer’

A better way to hire out-of-state school psychologists and more mental health funding could be on the horizon for Georgia schools.

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Heated discussion erupts at MARTA meeting over dueling audits

Georgia

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Atlanta airport’s newest expansion: three gates and its first autonomous store

The new retail shop at Hartsfield-Jackson allows travelers to scan a credit card, enter the store, grab items and walk out without going through a standard checkout line.

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Veterans Affairs shakes up leadership in Augusta amid concerns

The VA announced a leadership shakeup at its Augusta Health Care System, citing “potential issues and questions regarding organizational health and workplace culture.”

Delta jet that crashed and flipped in Toronto descended at high speed, report said

A preliminary report into the Delta Air Lines flight that crashed in Toronto last month has been released.

Opinion

OPINION

RHONE: In Georgia, a jury of one’s peers remains a work in progress

Our court system relies on a jury of our peers to enforce criminal law, but new research confirms a "good jury" consists primarily of white men.

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OPINION

Kamala Harris’ dilemma — governor of California or president

With a likely crowded Democratic field in 2028, Harris' best path forward is California

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One year later - True advocacy aligns with patients’ wishes, not just treatments

Everyone and every situation in healthcare is better with an advocate

Falcons

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Report: Falcons to sign return specialist

He was chosen for the Pro Bowl in 2022.

Jalen Milroe helped his draft status with strong Alabama Pro Day

Falcons set to re-sign tight end Feleipe Franks

Franks signed as a undrafted free agent in 2021 and played with the Falcons in 2021 and ’22.

Bulldogs

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An unsteady start brings Georgia’s historic season to a crashing end

Georgia coach Mike White on Bulldogs’ awful start: ‘Didn’t see that coming’

Loss shows just how much Georgia must grow for NCAA Tournament success

Georgia Tech

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Georgia Tech heads to Los Angeles to begin NCAA Tournament against Richmond

Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King subject of new children’s book

The book focuses on King’s childhood dream of becoming a college quarterback.

Georgia Tech’s Damon Stoudamire on expectations for 2025-26 Yellow Jackets

"It’s about a mentality, and it’s gonna be a Day One mentality. Because next year starts (Wednesday) for me. There’s just things that I’m just not gonna accept no more.”